Handtools Videos

In the power tool world they're called jigs, but in the hand tool world we call them appliances. Whatever you call them, youcan build them yourself and you'll use them on an almost daily basis in the shop.

RG Construction in Chicago presents their Safety Video on Hand Tools

Just a few tools left to sharpen as we get closer and closer to starting the first project series. In this episode, we cover knife edged tools, auger bits and scrapers.

This episode is in response to a Twitter conversation about how to dress a board to proper thickness using only hand tools. Rick Waters at the Splintered Board Podcast tweeted that he wanted to know if there were any good sources on the web for how to do this. The web 2.0 community immediately responded with tips and advice. Since I was planning on presenting an episode on this topic eventually when I tackled the thick and wide vise chops for my Roubo, I bumped that task up in construction and filmed it specifically to address this line of conversation. This episode is for you Rick!

A workbench is merely a table without certain accoutrements to make the Galoot's life in the workshop easier, more enjoyable, and snazzier. Join us as we take a look at some "appliances" that make a bench more than a bench! WWW.Thewoodshepherd.com/blog

Yes friends, the long-awaited Bench show from The Wood Shepherd. There seems to be five main types of benches that interest Galoots everywhere today, and today's episode examines and evaluates each of them. Don't miss this show!

Rick and Erik wrap up their conversation on beginners' impovs and substituions.Also, we are looking for guests on the show to talk about their experiences as beginners in woodworking. Even if you have been doing it for a long time, we'd love to have you on the show.